Measles-Rubella vaccine for 5.75 lakh children in Jamalpur

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JAMALPUR, Dec 10, 2020 (BSS)- Health Department will launch Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign in the district from December 12.

Civil Surgeon, Jamalpur Dr Pranoy Kanti Das disclosed this at a press conference at Dr Nazrul Islam hall room this afternoon.

The civil surgeon said the campaign will continue for 42 days to vaccinate a total of 575274 children aged between 9 months to 10 years.

He said all preparations have been completed to make the campaign a success.

He said due to COVID -19 pandemic, the duration of campaign will be extended from three weeks to six weeks.

Medical Officer Dr Umma Hani among others present at the press conference.